belated

Example Sentences

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A belated recusal would be better than no recusal.

From Slate • Mar. 17, 2026

Their grief and fury set in motion the countervailing force of justice that, no matter how belated, cannot be denied.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026

Pace bowler Josh Tongue emerged with his reputation enhanced, while Jacob Bethell's coming-of-age century in the final Test was a belated silver lining.

From BBC • Jan. 7, 2026

For Liverpool fans, that will be music to their ears and a belated Christmas gift.

From BBC • Dec. 27, 2025

I saw him raise one hand slightly, as if making a belated attempt to grab hold of me.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss